Infusion Registered Nurse

Description Are you a skilled and compassionate RN with a passion for oncology care? RCCA is excited to welcome an Infusion RN to our dynamic team in Riverdale, NJ. In this fast-paced role, you'll provide essential infusion therapy to our oncology patients, making a significant impact on their care journey. Employment Type: Full Time Location: N. Falmouth, MA Compensation: $37.67 - $50.82 per hour Compensation packages based on your unique skills, experience, and qualifications As of the date of this posting, RCCA offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. In addition to the salary, we provide: Health, dental, and vision plans Wellness program Health savings account - Flexible spending accounts 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Short-term disability insurance Long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay Tuition discounts with numerous universities. We believe these benefits underscore our commitment to the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Duties And Responsibilities Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, antibiotics, symptom management, patient education, and triage patients. Provide and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of chemotherapy administration, monoclonal antibody therapy, IV therapy, subcutaneous and intramuscular injection administration. Knowledgeable and practices within the ONS guidelines during any adverse event while administering chemotherapy, i.e. extravasations, infiltrations or chemotherapy spill incidents. Demonstrates knowledge of medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information. Demonstrates a sound knowledge of the ONS and OSHA guidelines as gained through annual training and experience. Maintains a systematic and ongoing patient evaluation process, collecting and documenting evaluation data from all pertinent sources. Assist other healthcare personnel in the delivery of patient care. Participate in maintaining the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Communicate effectively with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Adheres to all protocols, policies, and procedures. Willing to cross-train and perform duties as needed in other areas of the clinic including pharmacy, triage, lab, shots, and scheduling. Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Ability to work in a team environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong critical thinking skills. Strong computer skills. Excellent IV skills. Familiar with VADs. Willingness to work with research subjects and administer trial medications after an appropriately determined training period. Basic Qualifications Current RN License 2+ years’ experience in medical oncology preferred. Either ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy certified or willing to obtain within a year from the start date. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. Physical Requirements Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions. May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, bloodborne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.), and chemical hazards. May have long periods of sitting and/or standing and walking. Working Conditions Environment (Office, etc.) The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Regional Cancer Care Associates